so ive got some money and a 360 yeahhh
Whoa son. This thread ain't over yet? Tell us what you're new budget is and where you plan on getting this "rebuilt and complete" engine.
Personally, I would have bought this 360 in your state. It supposedly has 1000 miles on the rebuild and comes with a complete set of gaskets for $500. Maybe he'll have some receipts or documentation? The water pump looks fairly new. Tear it down, check things out, put it back together with the new gaskets. Sell what ever parts you have left over between the two engines. Use that money to buy more parts!
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